House Sitting in West Hill, Albany, NY
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Top rated West Hill house sitters
“Shantalee was great! We reached out at the last minute and she was very understanding. She took great care of our 3 dogs and was very communicative. She kept them happy and comfortable. We will definitely be booking her again!”
“Great reliable person to work with. Lots of communication back and forth between us. We got pictures and lots of updates on how the dogs were doing. My dogs were spoiled with lots of affection and I would hire her again in a heartbeat.”
“Barbara was wonderful with our two pups. She sent us updates, pics & videos daily and they always looked happy. It made our time away so much more relaxing knowing our furbabies were so well taken care of.”
“Working with Nyasia was wonderful right from the booking request. Great communication throughout the week of watching our dog and cat. She was very respectful of our house which she left clean and tidy. Hope to book with her in the future.”
“Bradley was the perfect pet sitter. He was communicative and responsive and treated my home with respect. He sent frequent updates and pictures of my cat. He even helped out when the cat went missing unexpectedly, offering to look for him and lending a cat carrier. I will be using Bradley again for sure and I recommend you use him for your pet needs too!”
“Natasha was GREAT with my St. Bernard Finnegan. Not only did she handle him well, but she also became fast freinds and loved him like I do. Natasha made my trip out of town less worrisome, and I would not hesitate to have her watch Finn in my house again any time soon. I think I even came home to a cleaner house than I left it. Thank you so much Natasha!!!!!”
“Frankie was very communicative with me about my dog while I was away. It was the first time I had left him with a pet sitter, but he did great. He warmed up to her immediately at the meet and greet, and I consider him a good judge of character, so I felt very comfortable leaving him in Frankie's care.”
“We had a wonderful experience with Merissa. She set up a meet and greet prior to accepting our request, which we very much appreciated. She was punctual and enthusiastic about staying with our dog. Merissa kept us updated and send many pics, we felt very comfortable and confident with her taking care of Dane and he was so excitedto have her here With him. Because of our experience, we have already booked her again and will continue to in the future!”
“Alex did a great job with Chip while I was out of town. It was clear he gave Chip lots of attention and gave him plenty of exercise. Alex was also very communicative and provided great updates!”
“Patrick was amazing! He was so kind and responsive to my cats and my dog! He sent my partner and I lots of updates and communicated with us. I would 100% books again!”
“Heather was wonderful to have stay with our girls while we were out of the country. One needs a bit more care now and we worried about leaving her. However, Heather had no problem providing them with everything they needed while we were away. She was great with communication and our house was just as we left it.”
“We were very satisfied with our pet sitters! They did a great job taking care of our four dogs and one cat. They stayed in our home, respected our space, and sent daily updates, which gave us great peace of mind. Everyone was happy and well cared for—highly recommend!”
“Evelyn was fantastic with my senior dog, and pup that can be lazy and have spurts of energy. Additionally, she was great with our cats, giving very detailed updates throughout the trip. I really appreciated the level of care, the attention to details, and the extra mile she went to ensure a smooth trip for not only her but myself. Incredibly grateful to have found her!”
“Thank you Kenedy for watching our three dogs while we were away! Kenedy was amazing with the dogs. She was also so respectful of our home. She washed the dog food bowls before leaving! I previously did not have a good experience with Rover, but Kenedy has changed my mind and I’m super glad to have this positive experience! Thank you!!!!”
“I am a nervous pup mom and I want Coco Moose in his home. I tried traditional boarding and was mortified. I am so glad I found/connected with Emer. She is so helpful and understanding of my pup mom feelings. Her communication while I was away, was next level! Text with updates and she sent 1 of the cutest pictures ever along with many others. She spoiled him with extra walks too. When I returned home, Coco was happy, content and obviously very well taken care of. My home looked exactly as I left it. I can't wait until my next trip to have Emer back. It's 1 less thing I need to worry about when I need to leave. THANK YOU!”
“I can’t say enough about Jenna and Aidan! They stayed at our house overnight and, during the day, took amazing care of our two dogs and two cats. One of our dogs, a senior collie, has special needs, and they handled this with ease. They also looked after our elderly cat with kidney issues while still making time to play with our energetic three-year-old dog. They communicated with us , which gave us such peace of mind. Thanks to their compassionate and attentive care, we were able to fully enjoy our getaway knowing that our pet family was in the best of hands. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for loving, responsible pet sitters!”
About: I’ve been caring for pets for as long as I can remember, starting with my own dogs, working in a doggie daycare and eventually becoming a professional pet groomer for over six years. I have experience with cats and dogs of all sizes, ages and temperaments, and am also pet CPR and first aid certified. I truly love being around animals and giving them the best care :) I’m currently working weekdays until 4pm, but am free in the early morning, lunch time, and evenings. I am also free all day on Saturdays and Sundays! I'm am available for drop-in visits, letting pets out for potty breaks, feeding, administering medications, and ensuring they are comfortable in their crate if needed. I always respect owner instructions and tailor my care to each pet’s needs.
About: I've been a dog lover since childhood and had my own dachshund Charlie for 9 years. I've watched big and small dogs for friends and neighbors, frequented dog parks, and walked dogs through sweltering heat and snow banks. I am a freelance graphic designer hoping to pick up some extra work. My availability is flexible and I can work to accommodate you especially on long term bookings. I have experience working in clients' homes for estate sales and will respect your space and belongings. I will put your pet's safety and health first and look out for anything that may compromise that while under my care.
West Hill pet parents share their Rover experiences
I cannot recommend Barbara highly enough! She was absolutely wonderful with my Lil Man Hudson (cat) and treated him with so much care and attention. I received regular updates and adorable photos, which gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. Barbara truly went above and beyond, not only making sure my cat was happy and comfortable, but also leaving my apartment spotless and perfectly organized. It was such a relief to come home to a happy pet and a clean space. If you’re looking for someone reliable, thoughtful, and genuinely caring, Barbara is the best choice!
I have two cats that are very picky about who they will be around and I selected Eydid because their profile shows how passionate they are with cats. It was my first time using Rover or any sitter and I was definitely anxious about it. Eydid is amazing - he took the time to get to know my cats, sit with them, and play with them. They love Eydid and that says a lot! Eydid was very respectful of my home and provided me with great updates and pics & videos of the cats having fun. 10/10 would select again. In fact I already have booked Eydid for another session when I am traveling out of the country :D
Ashley was great with our 1 year old GSD puppy! She stayed overnight at our house with our puppy and two cats. She sent pictures of her overnight stay for our peace of mind as well. She was very responsible and professional. My husband and I will 100% request her services in the future!
Clyanna is the best. She always takes care of our cat, Eugene, so well and I come back to a clean apartment and super happy cat. On a personal note, she is also really easy to communicate with and is just an all around sweet and kind person. I would give her 10 stars if I could.
Axel loved his stay with Nyasia. He was nursing a healing leg from some surgery and Nyasia took great care of him, giving him his meds and ensuring he got the right amount of exercise! She kept us informed on how he was doing daily, and kept in touch with us through our entire trip. 5 stars!
We couldn't be happier with our decision of booking with Myia. We were gone for 11 days and didn't really want to kennel our super anxious chiweenie Fred for that long, so we decided to try the housesitting option through Rover. Myia did an amazing job keeping an eye on our apartment as well as taking care of the forementioned Fred. I know that really helped him as opposed to being kenneled by himself for almost 2 weeks. We highly recommend Myia, and will be looking to her for assistance again in the (very near) future.
Ashley is always amazing with Lola, but this time she went above and beyond—she noticed Lola straining to pee on my first night away, which led to an evening trip to the emergency vet. She kept me informed and handled everything with intelligence and compassion. Not the way either of us planned my week away, but Ashley made sure Lola was expertly cared for.
Ozzy recently stayed at my home to take care of my two dogs, Finnegan and Fiona, and did a fantastic job. From the start, Ozzy was professional, responsive, and clearly attentive to my dogs’ needs. Ozzy followed all instructions closely and kept me updated with regular messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. When I returned, Finnegan and Fiona were happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. I absolutely recommend Ozzy to anyone looking for a kind, reliable, and responsible sitter—and I’ll definitely book with Ozzy again for my dog care needs.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in West Hill is $50
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in West Hill on Rover as of Dec 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in West Hill.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. West Hill house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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